stepped up

[stept-uhp] / ˈstɛptˈʌp /

VERB

accelerate

Synonyms

STRONGEST

boost escalate hasten improve increase intensify quicken raise speed

WEAK

augment hurry lift shake up speed up up

Antonyms

STRONGEST

decrease diminish halt hurt lessen lower slow weaken

WEAK

decelerate hinder

Example Sentences

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Meanwhile, it is still rolling out new products, trying to stand out in the supermarket frozen aisle, and has stepped up efforts to clean up its finances and regulatory disclosures.

From MarketWatch • May 6, 2026

But that should take nothing away from Antonelli, who has stepped up his level this season in dramatic fashion.

From BBC • May 3, 2026

The Secret Service has stepped up recruitment in preparation, flying in applicants for three days of interviews and tests in Virginia and Orlando, Fla., to fast-track the hiring process.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

Reyes was the only one who stepped up.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

As soon as they stepped up to the elevator, the door opened.

From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste